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A pedestrian crossing sign by the side of Roosevelt Boulevard.
Community

Pedestrian, cyclist deaths make up larger share of Philadelphia’s traffic fatalities

As Philadelphia’s crash deaths move closer to pre-pandemic levels, pedestrians and cyclists are making up a growing share of fatalities on city streets.

1 week ago

An Indego bike dock at Race Street Pier
Studio 2
Urban Planning

Pros and cons of the e-mobility boom

E-bikes, e-scooters, and e-motos are all over our streets (and sometimes sidewalks). How are the rules of the road changing accordingly?

Air Date: July 2, 2026 12:00 pm

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The Philadelphia skyline is seen along the banks of the Delaware River, Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2017. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Studio 2
Urban Planning

The Big Fix: Philadelphia at 2076

What could the city become over the next half-century? How could we redesign the city for the future?

Air Date: June 30, 2026 12:00 pm

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A family walks down the street.
Community

Fairmount neighbors say Philadelphia’s FIFA Fan Festival road closures threatens public safety

Some are excited about hosting the fan fest in their backyard, but others who live closer to the Lemon Hill site say the city has not done enough to ease the heavy traffic.

1 month ago

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A bicyclist uses the sidewalk-level bike lane
Urban Planning
Billy Penn

Market Street in Old City gets a $16 million glow-up in time for America 250

Pedestrian-focused project includes a new plaza, shorter curb ramps, raised bike lanes, bus bumpouts and trees.

1 month ago

A SEPTA bus travels down the street
Urban Planning

SEPTA board approves budget and bus route changes

In the works for years, the changes are designed to streamline service and will cause some people to make multiple route changes to replace what was once a one-vehicle ride.

2 months ago

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Forklanding Road Bridge
Community

Forklanding Road Bridge in Burlington County is under repair. Here’s what commuters need to know

The 120-year-old, single-lane bridge connecting Cinnaminson and Maple Shade was rated “structurally deficient.”

2 months ago

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Ask Governor Meyer
Politics & Policy

Ask Governor Meyer | WHYY & DPM | 04/30/2026

Delaware Governor Matt Meyer joins us to tackle issues like the long-awaited Port of Wilmington expansion, rising unemployment, and the rollout of legalized marijuana.

Air Date: April 30, 2026 8:00 pm

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Overview of the planned Park at Penn's Landing
Urban Planning
Billy Penn

The latest progress on the I-95 CAP project: All lanes of 95 South to close overnight next week

When it’s done, residents will enjoy new park space and easier access to the Delaware River from Old City over top of I-95.

3 months ago

A look into a massive pothole
Urban Planning
Billy Penn

Mayor Parker’s ‘pothole squads’ would be funded by proposed 25-cent delivery tax

E-commerce industry group lobbies against the fee, citing potential impact on workers and disadvantaged residents.

3 months ago

Ask Governor Meyer
Politics & Policy

Ask Governor Meyer | WHYY & DPM | 03/26/2026

Delaware Governor Matt Meyer is back to discuss a potential school funding shake up, efforts to reign in soaring healthcare cost, and take questions from Delawareans.

Air Date: March 26, 2026 9:00 pm

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Studio 2
Money

Soaring costs of gas and cars

US gas prices join a host of other rising costs faced by American drivers. What's behind this affordability crisis?

Air Date: March 10, 2026 1:00 pm

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A sign on the side of the road reads
Science

Pa. wants to reduce vehicle collisions with animals using wildlife corridors

Across the U.S. between 1 and 2 million large animals are involved in vehicle collisions each year, according to the Federal Highway Administration.

4 months ago

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Speed cushion on the street
Community

Wrongly installed Philly speed bumps not up to standards, city controller report finds

The traffic calming measures are not up to code and some are too high, which could increase danger as drivers swerve to avoid them.

5 months ago

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A flooded street with cars parked on either side and snow on the ground
Weather

Philadelphia water department responds to water main break that turned streets and sidewalks into sheets of ice

As the temperatures remain below zero, the city of Philadelphia has responded to a spike in water main breaks.

5 months ago

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